D3000 Brochure
D3000 Brochure
D3000 Brochure
Featuring new
Guide mode
• Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR • Exposure: Aperture priority mode, 1/200 second, f/8 • White balance: Auto • ISO sensitivity: 100 • Picture Control: Standard
Featuring new
Guide mode
Casual shots never looked so good.
Beautiful photos were never so easy.
Imagine all the high-tech wizardry of advanced digital SLR
picture taking in an easy-to-use camera. Now imagine the D3000, STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3
• Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR • Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
• Exposure: Close up mode, 1/200 second, f/8 • Exposure: Landscape mode, 1/320 second, f/10
• White balance: Auto • ISO sensitivity: Auto (100) • White balance: Auto • ISO sensitivity: Auto (100)
• Picture Control: Standard • Picture Control: Landscape
Create pictures of breathtaking beauty by getting order to draw attention to the subject, making it ideal Record the majesty of a dynamic city or natural metering to set exposure and capture the scene as
close to the subject. This mode optimizes camera for close-ups of flowers, jewelry, and other highly beauty of a breathtaking vista. This setting enhances you see it. Even when shooting at dusk or under
settings to soften the foreground and background in detailed objects. the vibrancy and liveliness of the scene while a cloudy sky, you are assured of beautiful pictures
disabling flash, allowing the D3000’s intelligent containing well-saturated color.
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Want to elevate your photo skills?
Let the D3000 assist.
The D3000’s intelligent Guide mode helps you take your photography to new heights,
revealing techniques you thought were the exclusive realm of professional photographers
but which you can now call your own. Artistry like blurring backgrounds
or freezing fast-moving action is easily accomplished with the D3000.
• Lens: AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor ED 55-200mm f/4-5.6G • Lens: AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR
• Exposure: Aperture priority auto, 1/2500 second, f/4.2 • Exposure: Shutter priority auto, 1/800 second, f/5
• White balance: Auto • ISO sensitivity: 200 • White balance: Auto • ISO sensitivity: 100
• Picture Control: Standard • Picture Control: Standard
Obtain beautiful portraits without distracting focus while softly blurring the background, resulting Capture moments that can slip away in the blink of to freeze action such as fast-moving cars and other
backgrounds. This setting keeps the subject in sharp in portraits with a studio-like feel. an eye. This setting places priority on maintaining vehicles. The results are exciting photos that display
shutter speeds faster than 1/1000 second in order all the dynamic action of the original scene.
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The savvy new D3000.
The camera that shows you how.
How to preserve precious memories. How to improve your pictures.
And how to do it all, easily. The new Guide mode demystifies
the often complex world of digital SLR photography.
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Renowned Nikon technology.
Everything you need for beautiful photos.
The D3000 packs all the innovation and advanced engineering for which
Nikon is famous into a light, compact body.
And with the D3000, advanced doesn’t mean difficult. Its leading-edge technology resides
behind a user-friendly interface that makes it extraordinarily simple to take the kinds of photos
you’ve always wanted to take.
Nikon DX-format CCD sensor; 10.2 effective megapixels 3.0-inch LCD monitor goes easy on the eyes
Combining a CCD sensor with Nikon’s famed EXPEED image processing system, the Bright and sharp, the D3000’s 3.0-in., approximately 230k-dot TFT LCD monitor ensures comfortable
D3000 produces finely detailed photos that exhibit exceptional color and sharpness as well viewing when playing back photos. It also makes reading menus easier thanks to text size that is now
as smooth gradation, and does so at lightning-quick speed. The high resolution also gives 20% larger than that of the D40 and D60. In addition, the spacious monitor is convenient for retouching,
you the freedom to print beautiful enlargements and crop more creatively without loss of allowing you to modify pictures without the need for a computer.
sharpness.
DX-format CCD sensor
D3000
Low-pass filter
Scene Recognition System — Brains behind the beauty
Nikon’s exclusive Scene Recognition System utilizes a 420-pixel
RGB sensor to analyze a composition immediately before you take Durable 100,000-cycle shutter unit
the shot. It then automatically optimizes exposure, autofocus, and
white balance, allowing you to obtain beautiful photos without the Reliable performance is a given with the D3000 thanks to its long-lasting shutter unit. Tested to 100,000
hassle of making complicated camera adjustments yourself. cycles on actual working models of the D3000, this precision mechanism delivers shutter speeds from
30 seconds to 1/4000 second and flash synch up to 1/200 second. And you’ll never miss a shooting
420-pixel RGB sensor
opportunity thanks to the rapid shutter response that eliminates annoying shutter-release delay.
Shutter unit
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Great lenses, exceptional photographs In-camera photo editing and playback functions
As the eye of the camera, the lens is critical to any photographic provide added enjoyment after the shot.
application. In fact, the beauty of a picture is closely tied to the
performance of the lens. Taking the shot can be just the beginning of the creative experience with the D3000.
A variety of in-camera editing functions and playback options give you
Note: The D3000 is exclusively designed for use with NIKKOR AF-S and AF-I lenses that are equipped with an autofocus motor.
even more ways to enjoy your pictures.
Original
With Nikon’s in-lens VR system Nikon’s original VR lenses — A high-tech solution you can see
Reducing camera-shake blur
Color outline Soft filter effect Color balance Retouch menu
When shooting at slow shutter speeds — such as in dimly lit environments
— or when using a micro or telephoto lens, blurry images caused by l D-Lighting l Red-eye correction l Trim (1:1, 3:2,
camera-shake may occur, ruining what could have been a wonderful 4:3, 5:4, 16:9) l Monochrome (Black-and-white, Sepia,
picture. To help prevent this, Nikon equips some lenses with a vibration and Cyanotype) l Filter effects (Skylight, Warm filter,
reduction (VR) system. This counteracts camera-shake for sharper Red intensifier, Green intensifier, Blue intensifier, Cross
screen, and Soft) l Color balance l Small picture
images.
l Image overlay l NEF (RAW) processing
Without in-lens camera-shake
Creates an outline copy of a photo, Adds a soft, slightly gauzy look to Allows color to be adjusted to l Quick retouch l Color outline l Miniature effect
correction
Reducing blur in the viewfinder which can be printed then hand- photos — ideal for portraits and control the tone of the entire l Stop-motion movie
colored. streetlights. photo.
Unlike vibration reduction system inside the camera, Nikon’s VR also
corrects blur in the viewfinder. This aids in composition and focusing since
the image remains stable.
A variety of playback options
Note: V
R allows shooting handheld up to three stops slower (four stops slower with VR II)* than when
using non-VR lenses. The D3000’s playback options make it easy to select pictures for viewing or
* Based on Nikon measurements retouching. You can view pictures one at a time or in groups of 4, 9, or 72. A
Calendar view is also available, which organizes photos by shooting date and
time then displays them in a handsome calendar format.
35 mm prime lens for beautiful background blur. 60 mm micro lens for stunning close-ups. 72-frame view Calendar view
Well suited for photographing portraits. Ideal when shooting small objects like flowers.
NIKKOR lenses
expand the joy
of shooting
my Picturetown — Convenient on-line sharing
Enjoy my Picturetown, Nikon’s own image sharing and storage web site. Membership is free to Nikon digital
camera owners and permits uploading up to 2 GB of photos and/or movies. Pay a small additional fee and
get up to 200 GB of storage*. my Picturetown supports JPEG and NEF (RAW) files.
* Availability and fee may vary depending on country.
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Attain new heights of artistic All the gear you need for any shot
expression with feature-rich Nikon software. you want to take.
Nikon software simplifies picture-management chores and gives you the tools to Backed by a comprehensive system for any photographic need,
get the most out of the digital SLR experience. the D3000 is the ideal choice for those who want a camera
that will grow with their artistic capabilities.
PC Card Adapter*2
Original AC ADAPTERS, BATTERIES AND BATTERY PACKS CASE SD Memory Card*2
SD Memory Card Reader*2
Semi-Soft Case
CF-DC1
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL9a*1 Capture NX 2
Quick Charger
MH-23*1
Software Suite*1
Note: System requirements for Nikon Capture NX 2 (ver. 2.2) can be found at:
http://www.capturenx.com
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Nikon Digital SLR Camera D3000 Specifications
Type
Type Single-lens reflex digital camera Flash
Lens mount Nikon F mount (with AF contacts) Built-in flash Auto, Portrait, Child, Close-up, Night portrait: Auto flash with auto pop-up
Effective picture angle Approx. 1.5 x lens focal length (Nikon DX format) P, S, A, M: Manual pop-up with button release
Guide Number Approx. 39/12, 43/13 with manual flash (ft/m, ISO 100, 68°F/20°C)
Effective pixels Flash control • TTL: i-TTL balanced fill-flash and standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR using 420-pixel RGB sensor are available
Effective pixels 10.2 million with built-in flash and SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, or SB-400 (i-TTL balanced fill-flash is available when matrix
or center-weighted metering is selected)
• Auto aperture: Available with SB-900/SB-800 and CPU lens
Image sensor
• Non-TTL auto: Supported flash units include SB-900, SB-800, SB-80DX, SB-28DX, SB-28, SB-27, and SB-22S
Image sensor 23.6 x 15.8 mm CCD sensor • Range-priority manual: Available with SB-900 and SB-800
Total pixels 10.75 million Flash mode Auto, auto with red-eye reduction, fill-flash, auto slow sync, auto slow sync with red-eye correction, and rear
Dust-reduction system Image Sensor Cleaning, Airflow Control System, Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX 2 software curtain with slow sync
required) Flash compensation -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 EV
Flash-ready indicator Lights when built-in flash or optional flash unit such as SB-900, SB-800, SB-600, SB-400, SB-80DX, SB-28DX, or
Storage SB-50DX is fully charged; blinks for 3 s after flash is fired at full output
Image size (pixels) •3,872 x 2,592 [L], 2,896 x 1,944 [M], 1,936 x 1,296 [S] Accessory shoe ISO 518 hot-shoe with sync and data contacts and safety lock
File format • NEF (RAW) Nikon Creative Lighting Advanced Wireless Lighting supported with SB-900, SB-800, or SU-800 as commander; Flash Color Information
• JPEG: JPEG-Baseline compliant with fine (approx. 1:4), normal (approx. 1:8), or basic (approx. 1:16) System (CLS) Communication supported with built-in flash and all CLS-compatible flash units
compression Sync terminal Sync Terminal Adapter AS-15 (optional)
• NEF (RAW) + JPEG: Single photograph recorded in both NEF (RAW) and JPEG formats
Picture Control System Can be selected from Standard, Neutral, Vivid, Monochrome, Portrait, Landscape; selected Picture Control can
White balance
be modified
White balance Auto, incandescent, fluorescent (7 types), direct sunlight, flash, cloudy, shade, preset manual, all except preset
Media SD (Secure Digital) memory cards, SDHC compliant
manual with fine turning.
File system DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0, DPOF (Digital Print Order Format), Exif 2.21 (Exchangeable Image
File Format for Digital Still Cameras), PictBridge
Monitor
LCD monitor 3-in., approx. 230 k-dot TFT LCD with brightness adjustment
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Eye-level pentamirror single-lens reflex viewfinder
Playback
Frame coverage Approx. 95% horizontal and 95% vertical
Playback function Full-frame and thumbnail (4, 9, or 72 images or calendar) playback with playback zoom, playback of stop-motion
Magnification Approx. 0.8 x (50 mm f/1.4 lens at infinity, -1.0 m-1)
movies created with D3000, slide show, histogram display, highlights, auto image rotation, and image comment
Eyepoint 18 mm (-1.0 m-1) (up to 36 characters)
Diopter adjustment -1.7 to +0.5 m-1
Focusing screen Type B BriteView Clear Matte Mark V screen with focus frame (framing grid can be displayed) Interface
Reflex mirror Quick return type USB Hi-Speed USB
Lens aperture Instant return, electronically controlled Audio video output Can be selected from NTSC and PAL
Focus
Autofocus Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one cross-
type sensor), and AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 1 ft. 8 in. to 9 ft. 10 in. / 0.5 to 3m)
Detection range -1 to +19 EV (ISO 100, 68°F/20°C)
Lens servo • Autofocus (AF): Single-servo AF (AF-S); continuous-servo AF (AF-C); auto AF-S/AF-C selection (AF-A);
predictive focus tracking activated automatically according to subject status • Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• Manual focus (MF): Electronic rangefinder can be used • Macintosh is a registered trademark or a trademark of Apple Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
• The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.
Focus point Can be selected from 11 focus points
• The SDHC logo is a trademark.
AF-area mode Single-point AF, dynamic-area AF, auto-area AF, 3D-tracking (11 points) AF • PictBridge is a trademark.
Focus lock Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway (Single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L • Products and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
button • Images in viewfinders, on LCDs and monitors shown in this brochure are simulated.
Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer. July 2009
2009 Nikon Corporation Nikon symbol is a registered trademark of Nikon Corporation in Japan and the USA.
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Printed in Japan Code No. 6CE90065 (0907/A) J DSLR-D3000-03-07/ 09